Analysis of the theme of jealousy in 'Othello'
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can structure a conceptual argument based on the theme of jealousy in ‘Othello’.
Key learning points
- Topic sentences should develop in a sequence, to maintain focus on the argument.
- Connotations of words and images should be linked to other examples that either compound or contrast their effect.
- You can use context to evaluate different interpretations and support the overarching argument.
Keywords
Chronology - the arrangement of events in order of their occurrence.
Complexity - the state of being intricate or complicated.
Corrosive - the ability to destroy or damage gradually.
Cuckoldry - the state of being a cuckold: a man whose wife has been unfaithful.
Common misconception
Context is separate to ideas and analysis.
Context is not an add on for an essay, it is something that can shape arguments.
Teacher tip
Get students to reconstruct elements of a deconstructed essay to plan to show their understanding of topic sentence sequencing and quote sequencing.
Content guidance
Depiction or discussion of discriminatory behaviour
Depiction or discussion of peer pressure or bullying
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What does the term cuckolded mean?
Q2.Jacobean men feared being 'cuckolded' because they believed it threatened their...
Q3.How is jealousy a catalyst for all events in 'Othello'?
Q4.Which idea can be contested in reference to Shakespeare's 'Othello'?
Q5.Which factor contributes to Othello's jealousy and plays a role in his downfall in the play 'Othello'?
Q6.Which specific Jacobean belief about women may reflect the anger in Othello upon hearing of Desdemona's infidelity in 'Othello'?
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Topic sentences can be ordered according to __________ and __________.
Q2.Starting with the first, order these topic sentences about 'Othello' according to chronology and complexity.
Q3.What contextual idea could you draw upon to support the idea that male jealousy is particularly destructive in 'Othello'?
Q4.Match the quotes from 'Othello' to those that link to the best.
"A horned man's a monster and a beast''
''hell and night must bring this monstrous birth to the world's light'
''Pour this pestilence into his ear''
''Play the swan and die in music''
''Out, strumpet''
Q5.Which quote from 'Othello' is the odd one out and does not link to the other quotes?
Q6.Which contextual point can you use to support Othello's perceived outsider status being more detrimental than his jealousy in the play 'Othello'?
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